What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Instructional Assistant position at Westwood Public Schools?
NATURE AND SCOPE
To assist the special education teacher in maintaining appropriate instructional activities and environments as described in the individual educational plan in order that students may learn effectively.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work under teacher supervision with students to support learning of materials or skills in both pull out and in-class settings.
- Support students acquisition of skill with equipment, technology or other instructional materials as assigned by the teacher.
- Guide independent study, enrichment work and remedial work supervised and assigned by the teacher.
- Administer and monitor testing as the teacher directs (i.e. testing accommodations, extended time) for local and state mandated testing.
- Assist the teacher in devision special strategies for reinforcing material or skills based on the special education students' individual needs, interests and ability.
- Implement positive behavioral support plans in both pull out and inclusive settings.
- Maintain data regarding student progress on educational objectives and share this information with supervising teacher on an as needed basis.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff and community members as directed by supervising teacher.
- Other functions as determined by supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of a high school diploma required. Bachelor's degree and previous successful work with students highly preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, AND SKILL
PERSONAL QUALITIES
JOB ENVIRONMENT
Work takes place in a fast paced school environment including offices, auditorium, gym, lunchroom and recess / hallways.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Westwood Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
